Sometimes claimable

Can I claim home internet on tax?

Home internet may be claimable for the work-related portion where duties are performed from home.

General guidance for Australian tax deductions only, not personal tax advice.

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When home internet may be claimable

Only the work-related usage portion is claimable.
A reasonable apportionment method is required.
The expense must not be fully reimbursed by your employer.

When it is usually not claimable

Private use is not claimable.
Reimbursed amounts are not claimable.

Records to keep

Internet bill
Work-use apportionment method
Evidence you worked from home

Key question to ask yourself

Is your home internet used for work regularly?

Quick answer

Sometimes claimable. Whether you can claim home internet usually comes down to work-related use, whether you paid for it yourself, whether any private portion is excluded, and whether you can support the claim with records.

Verify with current ATO guidance

ATO: Occupation and industry specific guides ATO: Records you need to keep ATO: Work-related deductions

Deductly guide last reviewed: 2026-04-16

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